2 Best Restaurants in Malaysia

The Eastern & Oriental Hotel's colonial charm is displayed in top form in its much revered restaurant, 1885, named for the year in which the hotel was established. The classic afternoon tea is served with scones, cucumber sandwiches, and cakes presented on an elegant three-tier plate, along with clotted cream. The dinner menu is always changing but offers top cuts of meat and fresh seafood served in contemporary Western style. The real draw is the classic fine-dining setting, which includes glowing candles, white linen, and fresh flowers. Try and score a table by the windows for a view of the surrounding architecture and manicured lawns.

Set up under a thatched roof and surrounded by a tropical garden and views of the Andaman Sea, Mangoes offers a laid-back vibe. Run by an Australian and German couple, it's a popular expat spot, and where travelers come for hearty portions of European comfort food. Classic dishes (think shepherd's pie, rib-eye steak, and lasagna) are best paired with a cold beer. Mangoes also serves Sunday brunch, where you can feast on classic eggs Benedict or a full English fry-up.